The result of my 2007 internship moonshot was a full-time job offer as a federal civilian.
Having a great project portfolio on the web and prior work experience helped me get high-end salary offers, which the unique “Demo” pay program of NRL matches.
The instructions for the Federal Government contracted movers were to not pack anything, just to disconnect electronics.
I separated out all electronics into a closet with a sign saying “Not for Movers”.
It took them a day and a half, but they packed everything up, including a delicate glass thermometer.
They packed with great care.
I tipped the movers each $100 in thanks and so they’d pass the word to the different team that drove the LTL load cross-country.
It will take about one week until they will unload at my new home.

So I will spend the next couple days wrapping things up.
I have too much electronics to fit in my car, so I will use the UHaul Sport trailer once again.
My little 4-cylinder car can pull it comfortably including through the Appalachians.
To avoid theft risk I simply plan to sleep during the day Thursday and drive for 13-14 hours through the night, starting at 10pm Thursday.
The idea is, arrive after Friday morning rush hour in D.C. since I don’t want to pull a trailer in rush hour traffic!